Step 2 Lead

Hours: 37.5

Salary: £43,742- 50,056 (pay scales pending pay review outcome) Band 7 Agenda for Change

Location: Sefton, Hybrid (Office based 3 days, Home based 2 days)

About us

Mental Health Matters (MHM) is a national charity with over 40 years of experience in delivering high-quality mental health and social care services. We have a positive impact on the lives of people living with mental health needs in our local communities. We provide services across England, from Northumberland to Plymouth, led by a highly motivated and enthusiastic workforce who are committed to delivering the best quality services to those in need of support.

Everything about MHM is people focused, our people are central to delivering the highest quality of service and care to the people who access our services.

About the role

We are recruiting to the role of Step 2 Lead to manage our team of PWPs. We are looking for an ambitious, driven and professional individual who will join our small management team as we continue to grow and develop our services in the Sefton area. You will be confident in your clinical abilities, but perhaps now looking to sidestep into a managerial role, where you can support colleagues as they continue to deliver high quality interventions to the communities we serve. Above all, your personal and professional values must align with those of the organization.

We have a Service Manager in post who leads the service overall and you will be further supported by both a Clinical Lead and Deputy Clinical Lead, whilst working alongside our existing Step 2 Lead.

About you

You will have a PWP or equivalent qualification with training in risk management. You should have experience of supervising staff and the ability to support trainee and qualified PWPs through clinical guidance and have knowledge of different models of mental health. Working within IAPT and having the ability to demonstrate a range of post qualifying experience is essential.

What we offer

You will go through our comprehensive, in-person training program in your first week of employment which will give you the tools you need to succeed in the role, as well as offering a great opportunity to get to know your new colleagues.

In addition, you will receive:

* A minimum of 25 days annual leave per annum, plus statutory holidays, rising with length of service

* A 5% contributory pension scheme, with the opportunity to increase contributions.

* A holistic approach to your health and wellbeing, including Employee assistance programme and personalised wellbeing action plans.

* Enhanced family friendly policies, pay and leave.

* Cycle to work scheme.

* Discounted gym membership.

* Healthcare cash plan.

* A discount platform covering online, high street and supermarket purchases.

* You will receive a tailored induction and probation review program which will give you the tools you need to succeed in the role

* Our structured career development pathways and support from our accredited Learning Team will provide you with advice and guidance on how to access development to allow you to flourish in your chosen career

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Anticipated Interview Date: W/C 30th September 2024

The closing date given is a guide. We reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so we advise you to submit your application as early as possible to prevent disappointment.

Please note that due to the sensitive nature of the duties, an enhanced DBS will be sought in event of a successful application.

All disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential short-listing criteria are guaranteed an interview.

MHM is an Equal Opportunities Employer.